*The Joe-Pye Weeds have been assigned to the genus Eupatoriadelphus to separate them from the Bonesets (Eupatorium). Some sources still refer to this species as Eupatorium. Jot a note in your reference books. The genus Eupatoriadelphus differs from the genus Eupatorium by whorled leaves, while Eupatorium has opposite leaves.

Cimicifuga and Turtlehead

Way too many seedlings of - I'm fairly certain - spotted jewelweed (Impatiens capensis). As an impatiens, will it be susceptible to downy mildew? I think not.

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Jewelweed seedlings - lots & lots!

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Cherry blossoms

We have our own cherry blossom festival!

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And Wolfie has emerged from winter hibernation next to our fireplace to the big rock out front.